John Paul II became the first pope to visit the Republic of Ireland.
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English singer-songwriter Robbie Williams released his debut solo album, 'Life thru a Lens.'
Italy declared war on the Ottoman Empire.
Henry Robinson opened the first dating agency in the world.
The musical film 'A Star is Born' with Judy Garland as the leading actress premiered at Pantages Theatre in Hollywood.
Antigua, Guatemala, was struck by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake.